What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiation Therapist position at JPS Health Network?
Who We Are
JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people.
Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance
outcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.
Why JPS?
We're More Than a Hospital. We're 7,200 Of The Most Dedicated People You Could Ever Meet. Our Goal Is To Make Sure The People Of Our Community Get The Care They Need And Deserve. As Community Stewards, We Abide By Three Rules Of The Road
For more information, visit www.jpshealthnet.org .
To view all job vacancies, visit www.jpshealthnet.org , www.jpshealthnet.org/careers , or www.teamacclaim.org .
Job Title
Radiation Therapist
Requisition Number
35125
Employment Type
Full Time
Division
COMMUNITY HEALTH
Compensation Type
Hourly
Job Category
Patient Care Support
Hours Worked
Mon-Fri 8A-5P
Location:
Oncology & Infusion Center
Shift Worked
Day
Job Description
Description: The Radiation Therapist is responsible for administering radiation therapy to Patients under direction of Chief Radiation Therapist and Radiation Oncology medical staff.
Typical Duties
Required Education and Experience:
1450 8th Avenue
Fort Worth, Texas, 76104
United States
JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people.
Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance
outcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.
Why JPS?
We're More Than a Hospital. We're 7,200 Of The Most Dedicated People You Could Ever Meet. Our Goal Is To Make Sure The People Of Our Community Get The Care They Need And Deserve. As Community Stewards, We Abide By Three Rules Of The Road
- Own it. Everyone who wears the JPS badge contributes to our journey to excellence.
- Seek joy. Every day, every shift, we celebrate our patients, smile, and emphasize positivity.
- Don't be a jerk. Everyone is treated with courtesy and respect. Smiling, laughter, compassion - key components of our everyday experience at JPS.
For more information, visit www.jpshealthnet.org .
To view all job vacancies, visit www.jpshealthnet.org , www.jpshealthnet.org/careers , or www.teamacclaim.org .
Job Title
Radiation Therapist
Requisition Number
35125
Employment Type
Full Time
Division
COMMUNITY HEALTH
Compensation Type
Hourly
Job Category
Patient Care Support
Hours Worked
Mon-Fri 8A-5P
Location:
Oncology & Infusion Center
Shift Worked
Day
Job Description
Description: The Radiation Therapist is responsible for administering radiation therapy to Patients under direction of Chief Radiation Therapist and Radiation Oncology medical staff.
Typical Duties
- Performs tumor localization procedures creating shells and molds, etc
- Performs daily linear accelerator warm-up procedures.
- Checks photon beam and all electron beams for consistency. Checks physics components for accuracy of beam alignment.
- Delivers accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy. Observes Patients for unusual reactions and events
- Prepares Radiation Oncology treatment blocks and molds to for patient treatment.
- Transfers patients from wheelchairs and gurneys to linac/CT simulator couches
- Participates in the PI process.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
- High School diploma, GED or equivalent.
- Graduate from an accredited radiation therapy program.
- Will consider graduate therapist dependent on residency experience.
- 2 plus years of experience as a Staff Radiation Therapist in Radiation Oncology Department or Center.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.) registry.
1450 8th Avenue
Fort Worth, Texas, 76104
United States
